Elin Johnson
Expertise
- National Higher Education Research
- Institutional, State, and Federal Policy
- Workforce Innovation
- Credentials and Microcredentials
- Transfer Students
- Community Colleges
Education
- BA International Relations and Journalism & Media studies, Linfield University
Awards, Licenses, and Certifications
Elin Johnson has been covering higher education since 2019. Based in Seattle, she has a BA in journalism and media studies and international relations from Linfield University. Elin’s byline has appeared in The Chronicle for Higher Education, Inside Higher Ed, The Well News, New America, and Work Shift. She is the former editor of The Cordova Times and a former content advisor for the Learn & Work Ecosystem Library.
Elin is a former writer for BestColleges.
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Take 6-Week Online Courses for Your Degree
If you're looking to fast-track your degree, consider accelerated 6-week online courses. Explore popular options with our helpful guide.
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How to Become a Firefighter
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Earn Your Accelerated Finance Degree Online
Want to earn a degree without spending the usual four years studying? Read about the best accelerated finance degrees available to you.
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